THE ENT GROUP
NPI 1508991969
Otolaryngology in Texarkana, TX

Active since February 23, 2007CLIA 45D0482470 · Waiver
4214 TEXAS BLVD, TEXARKANA, TX 75503(903) 793-0691(903) 794-2046 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 15, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About The Ent Group NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

THE ENT GROUP (NPI 1508991969) is a healthcare organization registered as an otolaryngology in Texarkana, Texas and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. The organization holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through December 6, 2027 and lists Lisa K Howry, Office Manager, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508991969
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X
Legal Business NameOTOLARYNGOLOGY AND HEAD & NECK SURGERY ASSOCIATES, LLP
Location Address4214 TEXAS BLVDTexarkana, TX 75503-3013
Mailing Address4214 Texas BlvdTexarkana, TX 75503-3013 · (903) 793-0691 · Fax (903) 794-2046
Fax(903) 794-2046
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialLisa K HowryOffice Manager · (903) 793-0691
Enumeration DateFebruary 23, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 15, 2023
NPPES CertifiedAugust 15, 2023
✔ NPI 1508991969 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Y00000X
Definition
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
4214 TEXAS BLVD, Texarkana, TX 75503

Other Names 1

Doing Business AsThe Ent Group

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

The Ent Group is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

3

Medicare enrollment records show 3 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to The Ent Group, which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 3 practice at this address. They are listed nearest first.

Clinicians, nearest first (3)

Otolaryngology
NPI 1912901570
4214 TEXAS BLVD
Texarkana, TX 75503
(903) 793-0691
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Otolaryngology
NPI 1396749883
4214 TEXAS BLVD
Texarkana, TX 75503
(903) 793-0691
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Otolaryngology
NPI 1679577233
4214 TEXAS BLVD
Texarkana, TX 75503
(903) 793-0691
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 45D0482470

Otolaryngology And Head & Neck Surg · Texarkana, TX
Active · expires Dec 6, 2027
CLIA Number45D0482470
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateDecember 7, 2025
Certificate Expiration DateDecember 6, 2027
Laboratory DirectorDavid L. Whitt MD
Laboratory Phone(903) 793-0691
Laboratory LocationOtolaryngology And Head & Neck Surg4214 Texas Boulevard, Texarkana, TX 75503
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Name Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Otolaryngology And Head & Neck Surgery Associates, LLP's NPI number?

The NPI number for Otolaryngology And Head & Neck Surgery Associates, LLP is 1508991969. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on February 23, 2007. The provider is doing business as The Ent Group.

Where is Otolaryngology And Head & Neck Surgery Associates, LLP located?

Otolaryngology And Head & Neck Surgery Associates, LLP is located at 4214 Texas Blvd, Texarkana, TX 75503. The listed phone number is (903) 793-0691.

What is Otolaryngology And Head & Neck Surgery Associates, LLP's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Is Otolaryngology And Head & Neck Surgery Associates, LLP enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Otolaryngology And Head & Neck Surgery Associates, LLP is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Otolaryngology And Head & Neck Surgery Associates, LLP?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 3 clinicians, all in Otolaryngology, reassign their Medicare billing to Otolaryngology And Head & Neck Surgery Associates, LLP. A reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for the clinician's services. Of these, 3 practice at this address. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Does Otolaryngology And Head & Neck Surgery Associates, LLP hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 45D0482470) is associated with this NPI, valid through December 6, 2027. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Otolaryngology And Head & Neck Surgery Associates, LLP accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 4 other insurers list Otolaryngology And Head & Neck Surgery Associates, LLP as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Otolaryngology And Head & Neck Surgery Associates, LLP was last updated on August 15, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.